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Question #50297
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Diet and Herbs for Managing Hashimoto's Thyroiditis - #50297

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What all to suggest in diet and Ayurvedic herbs/medicines for Hashimoto's thyroiditis for reversing it? It has been in control since last two years with Selenium supplement, avoiding gluten, performing physical exercise for 15-20 mins (not able to do more due to hectic schedule). Hb and lipid profile is also normal along with all the other parameters. Current medicine dose is daily 75 mcg.

How long have you been following your current diet and exercise routine?:

- More than 6 months

Have you noticed any specific symptoms related to your thyroid condition?:

- Fatigue

Do you have any food allergies or intolerances?:

- No, none
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SINCE YOUR THYROID IS STABLE ON 75 MCH FOCUS ON IMMUNE BALANCE NOT AGGRESSIVE TREATMENT CONTINUE GLUTEN FREE IF HELPING EAT WARM FRESH HOME FOOD GOOD PROTEIN DAILY AVOID PROCESSED FOOD EXCESS SUGAR SOY CAN TAKE GHEE DAILY TAKE ASHWAGANDHADI LEHYAM ONE TAP WITH WARM MILK AT NIGHT BRAHI VATI OBE TAB AT NIGHT

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1.Kanchnar guggulu 2 tab twice daily with water after meals 2.Ashwagandha churna 1 tsp twice daily with warm milk after meals 3.Punarnava mandur 2 tab twice daily with water after meals 4.Brahmi vati 1 tab twice daily with water after meals Diet Recommendations **Include: - Warm, freshly cooked meals (khichdi, soups, lightly spiced vegetables). - Cooling yet nourishing foods: amla, cucumber, coconut water. - Seeds: flaxseed, chia, sunflower (omega‑3s, selenium). - Herbal teas: tulsi, ginger, cinnamon (support metabolism). **Avoid/Limit: - Excess gluten (already doing well). - Very cold, stale, or processed foods. - Heavy dairy, fried/oily foods (increase Kapha). - Excess soy (can interfere with thyroid hormone absorption). Lifestyle— - Exercise: Even 15–20 minutes daily is beneficial; focus on yoga asanas like Sarvangasana, Matsyasana, and gentle pranayama (Anulom‑Vilom, Bhramari). - Stress management: Meditation, Brahmi or Ashwagandha support. - Sleep: Regular sleep routine to maintain hormonal balance. WARM REGARDS DR. ANJALI SEHRAWAT

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HELLO, Hashimoto’s is an autoimmune condition where immunity attacks the thyroid gland. In Ayurveda, this is understood as Agnimandya (weak digestion/metabolism), ama accumulation, and kapha-vata imbalance affecting the thyroid region Since your levels are stable on 75 mcg levothyroxine, selenium, gluten restriction, and light exercise- that’s excellent. The goal now is immune modulation, gut correction, and fatigue reduction, not stopping medicine abruptly

DIET -warm, freshly cooked meals -moong dal, red rice, millets -lightly spiced vegetable soups -steamed vegetables= bottle gourd, ridge gourd, pumpkin, carrot -cow ghee small quantity- improve digestion -soaked almonds 4-5 daily -herbal teas = ginger + tulsi + cinnamon mild USE IN MODERATION -rock salt not excessive iodised salt -cruciferous vegetables cabbage, broccoli- only cooked not raw AVOID -cold, refrigerated foods -excess dairy especially curd at night -refined sugar and processed foods -soy products May interfere with thyroid absorption -eating late at night Since you already avoid gluten and are stable, continue that if it suits yyou INTERNAL MEDICAITONS 1) KANCHANAR GUGGULU= 2 tabs twice daily after meals =classical medicine for thyroid swelling and glandular imbalance, helps kapha reduction and metabolism correction 2) ASHWAGANDHA CHURNA= 1 tsp with warm milk at bedtime =adaptogen,reduces fatigue, suports thyroid function and immunity 3) GUDUCHI GHAN VATI= 2 tabs twice daily after meals =immune modulator, reduces autoimmune reactivity 4) TRIPHALA = 1 tsp with warm water at beditme =improves gut health, reduces ama formation 5) SHILAJIT (purified) CAPSULE= 1 cap In morning empty stomach with warm water =improves energy and metabolism LIFESTYLE -increase exercise gradually to 30 mi brisk walking if possible -5-7 rounds surya namaskar daily PRANAYAM -ujjayi breathing -nadi sodhana 10 min daily Proper sleep before 10:30pm IMPORTANT MONITORING -check TSH, FT3, FT4, every 3-6 months -Anti-TPO antibodies yearly -Never stop thyroid medication suddenly -Dose reduction only if labs consistently show improvement In modern mediicne, it is managed, not fully reversed In Ayurveda, we aim to -reduce antibody levels -improve energy -prevent progression -possibly reduce medication dose gradually Since you’re stable fr 2 year- the focus now is immune balance and long term maintenance DO FOLLOW HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL THANK YOU

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Take Hamsapadikashayam 20ml bd AF Thyrocare 1tab bd AF Kanchanara Guggulu 1tab bd AF Amruth kalash lehyam 1tsp AF Vridhi vatika vati 1tab bd AF Avoid oily spicy food meat alcohol smoking U ll get results

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True reversal is rare because it’s an auto immune condition But antibodies can reduce symptoms can improve and thyroid doses may sometimes can decrease with proper long term care You are already doing too good Selenium Gluten avoidance Exercise Thyroid levels stable HB and lipids normal Eat warm freshly cooked foods Avoid processed and excess sugar Take enough protein Add healthy fats like ghee Include nuts like soaked walnuts and almonds Ensure vit b13 and vit D are normal Take a Ashwagandha churna half tsp with warm milk Giloy juice 10 ml daily Triphala churna 1 tsp with warm water at night Continue your allopathic medicine Kanchanar guggulu 1-0-1

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● त्रिकटु चूर्ण-50gm प्रवाळ पिष्टी -10gm गोदंन्ती भस्म-10gm बाहेडा चूर्ण-20gm शीला सिंदूर-2gm ताम्र भास्म-1gm मुक्ता पीष्टी-4gm All mix and make 60 packets and take daily morning, night before food with hoeny or water or ghee. ●सर्वकल्प क्वाथ-200gm मुलेठी क्वाथ-100gm Mix both and take 1tsp + 400 ml water boil and reduce til 100ml and drink morning, evening empty stomach

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🌿 1️⃣ DIET FOR HASHIMOTO’S (Ayurveda + Modern View) 🥗 Anti-Inflammatory Thyroid Diet ✅ Include Daily Warm, freshly cooked food (avoid cold leftovers) Cow ghee (1–2 tsp daily) Soaked almonds (4–5) Pumpkin seeds / sunflower seeds Seasonal fruits (not very sour) Mung dal, red rice, millets (if tolerated) Lauki, tinda, parwal, carrot, beetroot Turmeric + black pepper Jeera + dhania water 🌊 Good for Fatigue Coconut water (3–4 times/week) Dates (1–2 if no sugar issues) Ash gourd juice (morning, empty stomach – small quantity) ⚠️ Limit / Avoid Excess raw salads (weak agni worsens fatigue) Soy products (can interfere with absorption) Refined sugar Very heavy dairy Reheated oils Packaged gluten-free junk You’re already avoiding gluten — good 👍 🌿 2️⃣ AYURVEDIC HERBS FOR HASHIMOTO’S (Important: continue 75 mcg — do NOT stop) 🌱 1. Ashwagandha Supports thyroid function + reduces fatigue + balances cortisol Dose: 250–500 mg at night ⚠ Avoid if hyperthyroid episodes. 🌱 2. Kanchanar Guggulu Traditionally used for thyroid swelling & glandular disorders. Good if: Thyroid gland enlarged Kapha-type body Weight gain tendency 🌱 3. Brahmi If: Brain fog Anxiety Mental fatigue 🌱 4. Triphala (mild dose) Improves gut → gut healing is very important in autoimmunity. 🧘‍♀️ 3️⃣ Lifestyle Upgrade (Realistic for Your Schedule) You said hectic schedule. So instead of longer workouts: 5 min morning sunlight exposure 10 min brisk walk 5 min deep breathing (Bhramari or Anulom Vilom) Sleep before 11 pm Even 20 mins consistent is powerful. 🧬 4️⃣ Important Lab Monitoring Check every 6 months: TSH Free T3, T4 Anti-TPO antibodies Vitamin D B12 Ferritin Fatigue often comes from low ferritin or B12 even if Hb normal. 🌿 From Ayurvedic View Hashimoto’s resembles: Agni mandya (low digestive fire) Ama accumulation Kapha-Vata imbalance So focus = 🔥 Improve Agni 🧹 Remove Ama 🧘 Calm immune overreaction ⚠️ Can You Reduce 75 mcg Dose? Only if: TSH becomes too low Under doctor supervision Never reduce yourself.

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Start with Divya Thyrogrit 2-0-2 after food with water Hamsapadi kashayam 10ml twice daily after food with water Giloy ghanvati 1-0-1 after food with water. Do Simhasan pranayam daily , neck exercises daily. Take iodised salt in your diet.

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Avoid completely: Gluten (already doing), soy, dairy, processed sugar, refined carbs, nightshades (tomato, brinjal, potato, capsicum, chilli) ✓Eat daily: Brazil nuts 1–2 (natural selenium source – do not exceed) Cooked cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower – well-cooked only, not raw) Turmeric (½ tsp + pinch black pepper in food) Ginger (fresh, in tea/food) Pomegranate (1 daily) Flaxseeds (1 tsp ground) + pumpkin seeds Ghee 1–2 tsp in meals High-protein vegetarian: paneer, tofu, moong/masoor dal, sprouts, quinoa Small frequent meals, no skipping, dinner by 7 pm ✓Ayurvedic Herbs/Medicines Kanchanar Guggulu – 1 tablet twice daily after food Shatavari Kalpa – 5–10 gm night with warm milk + ½ tsp ghee Arogyavardhini Vati – 1 tablet morning after breakfast Ashwagandha capsule – 500 mg night with warm water ✓Daily Must-Do 10 min Anulom-Vilom + 5 min Bhramari pranayama Increase exercise to 30 min brisk walk + light strength training Sleep 10 pm – 6 am strictly ✓Repeat TSH, free T4, free T3, anti-TPO, anti-Tg every 3–6 months Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma

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